Boys and Girls Who Are Gifted in Science and Mathematics

question 2

Multiple Choice

Boys and girls who are gifted in science and mathematics

• A) are not equally likely to pursue careers in math and science.
• B) are equally common and equally likely to pursue careers that require these talents.
• C) are equally common, but the girls tend to take more science and fewer math courses than the boys.
• D) are equally encouraged by parents to pursue their talents.

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Definitions:

Fetal Brain Activity

The process of neural development and functioning in the brain of a fetus, critical for healthy cognitive and physiological development.

Different Sounds

The variety of auditory stimuli that are distinct in pitch, tone, or duration, enabling the perception of a wide range of auditory information.

Moro Reflex

A reflex in which infants arch their back, fling out their arms and legs, and draw them back toward the chest in response to a sudden change in position.

Babinski Sign

The Babinski sign is a reflex observed in infants when the sole of the foot is stroked, causing the big toe to move upward; it typically disappears as the child matures.